Question Period Note: 2SLGBTQI+ Health

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• The Government of Canada is committed to addressing stigma and discrimination against 2SLGBTQI+ populations and reducing the social and health inequities that they face.
• We are focused on improving the health and wellbeing of 2SLGBTQI+ people and reducing health inequities related to employment, housing, social support and services, and personal safety.
• We are investing in tailored research, health promotion, disease prevention and whole-of-government equity initiatives to address healthcare access, mental health, family- and gender-based violence, and sexual and reproductive health for 2SLGBTQI+ populations.
IF PRESSED ON RISING ANTI-2SLGBTQI+ MIS-/DIS-INFORMATION AND INTIMIDATION
• Anti-2SLGBTQI+ mis- and dis-information, particularly related to trans and non-binary youth, is rising globally.
• We are committed to exploring ways to counter this mis- and dis-information by engaging with trans and non-binary Canadians, and standing up against hate and discrimination, in all its forms.
IF PRESSED ON HEALTH PORTFOLIO ACTION
• Our public health funding programs aim to improve health outcomes for 2SLGBTQI+ populations, such as preventing gender-based violence and improving mental health.
• We are also leading initiatives to improve Canada’s healthcare systems by addressing stigma and discrimination.
• To advance 2SLGBTQI+ health research, we are investing in culturally responsive data practices, a health research training platform on stigma reduction and mental wellness, and an Applied Public Health Chair to address research gaps for 2SLGBTQI+ older adults.

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